The Dinner Charade

I called Donovan first, then went home to change.

I quickly filled Diana in on the plan. After listening, she turned her face away and stayed silent for a long time.

I knew she was worried about me. For Rowan's sake, I had to keep dealing with a man like him and do things I didn't believe in.

I hugged her and gently patted her back. "Mom, I believe everything will work out. We'll face these challe